Talent Management

Talent management begins with schoolchildren, who are given the opportunity to gain an insight into the exciting Geosciences topics at the GFZ's GeoLab. The vocational training at the GFZ is of course also a part of this strategy.

Not all talented employees promoted by the GFZ want to or are able to stay with the centre long-term. Their professional development is being supported equally. Our guideline on fixed-term employment contracts ensures transparency for every career stage and optimum support by the management and the centre in general.

To select those employees with a long-term professional outlook, the GFZ has developed its own indefinite extension procedure. The guidelines drawn up for the indefinite extension of work contracts reflect two interests of the GFZ: the long-term loyalty of exceptionally skilled and motivated employees, and fairness with respect to all employees.